Opinion: In our California county, we've been abandoned by both parties
Briefly

Rather than a shift from blue to red, the Imperial Valley's changing political dynamic reveals feelings of betrayal by both parties, not allegiance to either.
The dissatisfaction in Imperial Valley stems from a long history of being labeled as underserved and disadvantaged, leading to political apathy and low voter turnout.
Terms like 'underserved' have lost their power, becoming mere phrases used by politicians without resulting in real action or change for the community.
With electoral outcomes reflecting frustration rather than allegiance, the region’s issues, such as pollution from the New River, remain inadequately addressed.
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